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300-330 / 1000+ resultscommunity Made an interesting observation today (caffeine, nicotine)
The user observed that stopping nicotine and caffeine improved their scalp health while using oral finasteride. However, relapsing with caffeine and nicotine caused scalp tightness and inflammation.
community Blood work after 4 month topical fin/min
After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.
community If inhibiting DHT can cause Prolactin to increase then is the opposite also true?
The conversation discusses using P5P (Vitamin B6) supplements to reduce elevated Prolactin levels and concerns about its potential effect on increasing DHT levels. The user is not currently using finasteride or any anti-androgens.
community How You Can Help Speed Up the Verteporfin Trials
The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hair loss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.
community The theory that explains everything. Community Crowdfund
3aHSD enzyme's role in hair loss and a crowdfund for research. Goal: explore new treatments, study RU58841, and develop natural topical product.
community One year of Min + Fin to salvage a chance at a transplant
The user has been using 1MG finasteride, 5% minoxidil, LLLT, and derma stamping for a year to improve hair density for a potential transplant. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are unsure whether to proceed with a transplant now or wait for more growth.
community 13 months TOPICAL ONLY progress! (Diffuse thinner)
The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.
community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
community Vasodilators, Min, L-arginine, Niacin, Lisinoprol, etc.
The conversation discusses the use of vasodilators like Minoxidil, L-arginine, and Niacin for hair regrowth, with Minoxidil causing intolerable side effects for the original poster. It also highlights that certain medications, including Lisinopril, antidepressants, and statins, can cause hair loss.
community 1 year and 2 months on fin and no regrowth
The user has seen no regrowth after 1 year and 2 months on finasteride, despite increasing the dose, and is inquiring about the potential of future treatments like verteporfin and gt20029 for hair regrowth.
community Is this regrowth/progress?minoxidil After 11 months.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil and microneedling for 11 months, showing some regrowth, and is considering adding Finasteride to enhance results. Many suggest adding Finasteride, either orally or topically, to address DHT-related hair loss and improve hair growth.
community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?
The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.
community My Estradiol was 52 pg/mL (high) should I avoid topical Fin?
community Verteporfin update - donor hair regeneration human trial
A human trial of verteporfin, a potential treatment for hair loss, with some users noting potential improvements in scarring and overall healing compared to control areas.
community OND-1 "Cyclosporine A” New hair loss treatment
Orient Bio is developing a PLGA formulated version of Cyclosporine A to stimulate hair growth without its immunosuppressant effects. Users discuss various treatments like Clascoterone, PP405, minoxidil, and tacrolimus, expressing hope for new developments and sharing personal experiences with these treatments.
community Is this regrowth? Doing PRP + exosomes
User doing PRP with exosomes for hair loss, sees possible regrowth after two treatments. Another user suggests providing before and after pictures for better assessment.
community m 20y old, oral fin 1mg daily, 5% min kirkland twice, 1.5 dermaroller every week
A 20-year-old male shared progress pictures after three months of using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly. He reported significant hair regrowth.
community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!
The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.
community Did pre-tests before starting finasteride, turns out I have abnormally high estrogen
A 23-year-old with high estrogen levels is considering starting finasteride for hair loss and plans to use a low dose topical treatment while also seeking to lower estrogen levels. They will consult an endocrinologist for further guidance.
community Increasing GH and IGF-1 for Increased Growth/Reduced Hair Loss?
Increasing IGF-1 may help hair growth, but it could also increase hair loss in people with high testosterone. Treatments discussed include l-arginine, glutamine, vanadium, Deer Antler Velvet, ATP, Cocarboxylase, l-carnitine, and Mk677.
community Can I mix pge2 and sandalwood oil for hair regrowth?
Mixing PGE2 and sandalwood oil for hair regrowth. Suggested formula: 1 drop sandalore to 30 ml carrier oil.
community M-28, did a few hormone blood tests since I want a baseline before starting Fin. DhT high. But also Estradiol? Why?
community Effectiveness of the combinational treatment of Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts in hair growth.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of combining Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts for hair growth. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community The use of peptides to enhance hair growth from wounding
The conversation discusses using peptides BPC-157 and TB-500, combined with microneedling, to potentially enhance hair regrowth. The user plans to try BPC-157 due to its lower cost and reports of hair growth, despite limited human trials and concerns about side effects from other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
community Is there a way to boost/enhance the effects of minoxidil?
Enhancing minoxidil effects can involve using penetration enhancers like DMSO, urea, or retinol, and methods like dermarolling and adding substances like biotin and L-carnitine tartrate. Some users suggest trying higher concentrations of minoxidil if lower percentages are ineffective.
community Creating a custom topical growth serum
A user is creating a custom topical hair regrowth serum using minoxidil, bimatoprost, tretinoin, castor oil, and hyaluronic acid. They are also using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and castor oil in their current regimen.
community Four months on my stack, am I regrowing or just taking pictures at more flattering moments?
The user is using dutasteride, estradiol cypionate, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and plans to add ketoconazole for hair regrowth. They are questioning if the improvement is due to actual regrowth or just better photo angles.
community 10 weeks on 0.25mg fin daily + collagen + biotin supps
User experienced hair regrowth and no side effects after 10 weeks on 0.25mg finasteride daily, along with biotin, collagen, micro-needling, and hair oil. They stopped minoxidil due to inconvenience and noticed initial shedding but now see more fullness.
community Vellus hairs sprouting up everywhere where hair used to be... is this a positive sign?
User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil since May, previously used a spray version since January. They are seeing vellus hairs and have added weekly microneedling to their routine.